Senior Contracts Compliance Officer
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Job Summary
- Location: Darwin (Commencing 2026 at our new Berrimah Office)
- Status: Full-time
- Annual Salary: $102669 per annum plus 15% superannuation
Support Traditional Owners by monitoring compliance on key land use agreements.
About the Role
As the Senior Contracts Compliance Officer you will play a central role in overseeing the effective management monitoring and administration of land use agreements across Aboriginal land and sea country within the NLC regions. Reporting to the Manager Permits Agreements & Compliance Team (PACT) you will ensure contracting parties meet their non-financial obligations.
Your day-to-day work will include managing agreement performance conducting regular compliance reviews preparing reports for senior leadership refining contract management systems and procedures and liaising closely with Traditional Owners stakeholders and contracting parties. You will also contribute to the development and implementation of contract management plans support the Permit Administration System and escalate significant compliance issues to the Legal Team when required.
This senior position is ideal for someone who thrives on complex compliance work values accuracy and accountability and is committed to supporting outcomes that protect cultural values and uphold the rights of Traditional Owners.
About You
You are an experienced contract management professional who brings strong technical capability sound judgement and a high level of professionalism to your work. You have experience navigating complex agreements maintaining strong stakeholder relationships and operating effectively within legislative and organisational frameworks
You will bring:
- Relevant tertiary qualifications such as an Advanced Diploma of Business Contract Management or equivalent experience
- Minimum of three (3) years practical experience in contract management or a related field
- Strong ICT capability with experience using systems such as ALTAR CRM TRIM or the ability to quickly learn new platforms
- Current Northern Territory Drivers licence or ability to obtain one prior to commencement
Knowledge and understanding of the relevant legislation affecting Aboriginal land and sea management including the Aboriginal Land Rights (Northern Territory) Act 1976 (Cth.) and the Native Title Act 1993 (Cth.)
For a full copy of the Position Description refer to the link provided below.
Why Join the NLC
At the Northern Land Council your work has real impact. As a member of the NLC team you will contribute to ensuring that agreements relating to Aboriginal land are carried out lawfully transparently and in accordance with the expectations of Traditional Owners. Your role directly supports outcomes that safeguard cultural values reinforce environmental responsibilities and deliver meaningful benefits to Aboriginal communities across the Top End.
We offer:
- Base salary $% superannuation
- Salary packaging up to $15900 p.a. ( $2650 meals/accommodation)
- District allowance: $2678 (Without dependents) or $4884 (with dependents)
- Five (5) weeks annual leave 18 days personal leave.
Important Dates
The NLCs annual close-down period runs from 22 December 2025 to 4 January 2026.
The organisation will relocate to its new Berrimah office in early January with new employees commencing from 20 January 2026
How to Apply
Please submit your CV and a short cover letter outlining your interest in the role and your relevant experience.
For further information please contact Summer Jeffrey on
Applications close: 12 January 2025.
About the Northern Land Council
The NLC is an independent statutory authority established under the Aboriginal Land Rights (Northern Territory) Act 1976. We represent Traditional Owners and Aboriginal communities across the Top End supporting their aspirations for land sea and cultural management.
We are committed to equity inclusion and cultural safety and we welcome applicants from all backgrounds who share these values.
Be part of work that ensures Aboriginal people can make informed decisions about resource use on their land.
Be part of our next chapter
This is an exciting time to join the NLC as we move into a new modern workplace and strengthen our capacity to deliver meaningful outcomes for Aboriginal people and communities across the Northern Territory.
Required Experience:
Senior IC
Key Skills
- Compliance Management
- Risk Management
- Financial Services
- PCI
- Banking
- Cost Accounting Standards
- Quality Systems
- Research Experience
- NIST Standards
- Securities Law
- SOX
- ISO 27000
About Company
The Northern Land Council NLC helps Aboriginal people in the Top End of the Northern Territory acquire and manage their traditional lands and seas. Explore NLC's history, work, and rangers. Subscribe to Land Rights News for updates on Indigenous land management and stories of traditio ... View more
